Camp Amalinda
About Camp Amalinda
Unique lodge built into ancient granite boulders in the Matobo Hills. Rooms are nestled among the rocks with stunning views. UNESCO World Heritage setting.
Where Ancient Stone Meets the African Sky
Camp Amalinda offers one of Zimbabwe's most extraordinary places to rest your head. Tucked into the dramatic granite kopjes of the Matobo Hills, the lodge has been built in harmony with the landscape rather than imposed upon it. Guest rooms sit nestled among the great boulders themselves, with the raw texture of ancient rock forming natural walls and the sweeping views of this remarkable wilderness stretching out beyond. The Matobo Hills carry UNESCO World Heritage status, recognised for both their geological wonder and their exceptional concentration of San Bushman rock art, making the setting as culturally significant as it is visually breathtaking.
What to Expect During Your Stay
Guests at Camp Amalinda can cool off in the pool after a morning in the bush, and the on-site restaurant provides a comfortable base from which to enjoy the flavours of the region. The real draw, however, lies in the activities available beyond the lodge itself. Guided rock art tours bring the ancient painted galleries of the Matobo Hills to life, offering genuine insight into one of Africa's richest collections of prehistoric imagery. Perhaps most memorably, rhino tracking excursions take guests into the field alongside conservation rangers, providing a rare and humbling encounter with white rhino in their natural habitat. Camp Amalinda sits firmly in the premium tier, reflecting both the quality of its setting and the depth of experience it delivers.